Jubilo Iwata vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction: Half-time Exploits For The Visiting Side

Jubilo Iwata will welcome high-flying Sanfrecce Hiroshima to the Yamaha Stadium in the 33rd round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League predictions between Jubilo Iwata vs. Sanfrecce Hiroshima, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: LDWLL

Jubilo Iwata finished second in the J2 League last season to earn promotion to the top flight this season. However, after 31 games, they are mired in the relegation zone, having recorded just eight wins during this run. With a game in hand, they still have the opportunity to redeem themselves and pull clear from the drop zone.

Iwata saw their two-match unbeaten run in the league come to an end (W1, D1) as they lost 2-0 against Nagoya Grampus away from home. This marked their third defeat in the last five games, and they head into this match with just one win in their last five home games (L2, D2).

Form: WWDWW

In contrast, Sanfrecce Hiroshima is one point clear at the top, and they can't afford any slip-ups moving forward, especially with last season's champions breathing down their necks with just two games left to spare.

Hiroshima has been impressive in the league, avoiding defeat in their last ten matches while recording nine wins in the process (D1). In their most recent league match, they defeated title-chasing Machida Zelvia 2-0 at home before a trip to Mong Kok Stadium on Thursday, where they recorded a narrow 3-2 victory against Hong Kong's Eastern Sports Club.

• Jubilo Iwata have won just one of their last five J1 League games.
• Sanfrecce Hiroshima is currently on a six-match unbeaten run when playing away in the J1 League.
• Jubilo Iwata averages 1.13 goals per game when playing at home, and Sanfrecce Hiroshima averages 1.67 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 33 meetings, Jubilo Iwata has won 10 times, Sanfrecce Hiroshima has won 14 times, and there have been 9 draws, with the goal difference being 48-37 in favor of Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

Jubilo Iwata is in dire need of three points to escape the relegation zone in the standings. Their performance in recent weeks has been unconvincing, and they could suffer defeat in this upcoming encounter if not cautious. Sanfrecce Hiroshima, on the other hand, wants to cement their position at the top and will fancy their chances of recording a comfortable win against Jubilo Iwata, a team they've maintained a two-match winning streak against. 

The away side has been in great form, and we anticipate them to cruise to a comfortable victory. Therefore, support them in the half-time market to secure an early win, considering this has been the case in their last two matches against Jubilo Iwata.

• Half-time Result - Sanfrecce Hiroshima for 2.10
• Handicap 2 (-1) for 1.89
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.69